The Blockade Runner provides a Beach Cam and a weather report for your travel planning needs. They also run a pretty good hotel – All Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours leave from the Blockade Runner dock.

Parking on Wrightsville Beach is expensive. So, it’s best to car pool. The meters along Wynick directly in front of the Dock are $2 an hour. You can pay by credit card with a phone in service. Capt Joe and his Mates keep plenty of quarters in case you need change.

There are a couple of places to pick up supplies for you trip on the island. Roberts Grocery is a long time favorite. Lighthouse Beer and Wine has a wide selection of beverages. And, there is a Harris Teeter .5 mile past the draw bridge on 74.

The Shamrock is shady for your ride or tour. But, if you are getting off on Masonboro Island, be sure to bring everything you need. There are no facilities on the island. Food, drinks, towels, sunscreen, shade – everything you need for a day at the beach. Shoes – not flipFlops -are recommended for Masonboro Island.

Coolers, mellow dogs, surf boards, beach chairs and unbrellas – You can bring it all (within reason) on the Shamrock. There is plenty of room all but the most busy of days. If you need to bring a very large amount of stuff, just call ahead to make sure there’s room.